Alto 5|TS5000

Requirements:

• TCL Sound Bar
• Computer connected to the Internet
• A USB storage device formatted in FAT/FAT32 with at least 100MB of free space.
  • Remove all files and folder from the USB storage device (it should be empty).

Update Procedure:

1. Click here to download the latest software update file for your TCL Sound Bar. It is VERY important to use the correct file for your specific model. 
2. Move or copy the downloaded file to your FORMATTED and EMPTY USB storage device.  Once completed, the file named “jl_690x.bfu” should be the ONLY file located on the USB storage device.
3. Install the software update to the TCL Sound Bar using the following steps:

FW Version – 0.1.1

 What’s New:

• Ability to mute the sound bar with Mute button on TCL Roku TV (IR) remote
  • Not applicable to voice remote
• Ability to enable/disable Auto Standby mode on the sound bar
  • Now you can enable/disable Auto Standby mode by pressing and holding the volume up and volume down button
  • When the green LED flashes twice, the sound bar’s Auto Standby mode will be enabled. The sound bar will enter standby mode when idle for 20 minutes
  • When the red LED flashes twice, the sound bar’s Auto Standby mode will be disabled.

Alto 5+|TS5010

Requirements:

• TCL Sound Bar
• Computer connected to the Internet
• A USB storage device formatted in FAT/FAT32 with at least 100MB of free space.
  • Remove all files and folder from the USB storage device (it should be empty).

Update Procedure:

1. Click here to download the latest software update file for your TCL Sound Bar. It is VERY important to use the correct file for your specific model. 
2. Move or copy the downloaded file to your FORMATTED and EMPTY USB storage device. Once completed, the file named “jl_690x.bfu” should be the ONLY file located on the USB storage device.
3. Install the software update to the TCL Sound Bar using the following steps:

FW Version – 0.1.1

 What’s New: 

• Ability to mute the sound bar with Mute button on TCL Roku TV (IR) remote
  • Not applicable to voice remote
• Ability to enable/disable Auto Standby mode on the sound bar
  • Now you can enable/disable Auto Standby mode by pressing and holding the volume up and volume down button
  • When the green LED flashes twice, the sound bar’s Auto Standby mode will be enabled. The sound bar will enter standby mode when idle for 20 minutes
  • When the red LED flashes twice, the sound bar’s Auto Standby mode will be disabled.

Alto 7|TS7000

Requirements:

• TCL Sound Bar
• Computer connected to the Internet
• A USB storage device formatted in FAT/FAT32 with at least 100MB of free space.
  • Remove all files and folder from the USB storage device (it should be empty).

Update Procedure:

1. Click here to download the latest software update file for your TCL Sound Bar. It is VERY important to use the correct file for your specific model. 
2. Move or copy the downloaded file to your FORMATTED and EMPTY USB storage device.  Once completed, the file named “rom.bin” should be the ONLY file located on the USB storage device.
3. Install the software update to the TCL Sound Bar using the following steps:

FW Version – 0.1.2

 What’s New: 

• Ability to mute the sound bar with Mute button on TCL Roku TV (IR) remote
  • Not applicable to voice remote
• Ability to enable/disable Auto Standby mode on the sound bar
  • Now you can enable/disable Auto Standby mode by pressing and holding the volume up and volume down button
  • When the green LED flashes twice, the sound bar’s Auto Standby mode will be enabled. The sound bar will enter standby mode when idle for 20 minutes
  • When the red LED flashes twice, the sound bar’s Auto Standby mode will be disabled. 

 Improvements: 

• Accelerated volume adjustment – More efficient mapping between the TV volume indicator and the audio output of the sound bar, allowing you to increase or decrease sound at a faster rate. 

Alto 7+|TS7010

Requirements:

• TCL Sound Bar
• Computer connected to the Internet
• A USB storage device formatted in FAT/FAT32 with at least 100MB of free space.
  • Remove all files and folder from the USB storage device (it should be empty).

Update Procedure:

1. Click here to download the latest software update file for your TCL Sound Bar. It is VERY important to use the correct file for your specific model. 
2. Move or copy the downloaded file to your FORMATTED and EMPTY USB storage device.  Once completed, the file named “rom.bin” should be the ONLY file located on the USB storage device.
3. Install the software update to the TCL Sound Bar using the following steps:

FW Version – 0.1.2

 What’s New: 

• Ability to mute the sound bar with Mute button on TCL Roku TV (IR) remote
  • Not applicable to voice remote
• Ability to enable/disable Auto Standby mode on the sound bar
  • Now you can enable/disable Auto Standby mode by pressing and holding the volume up and volume down button
  • When the green LED flashes twice, the sound bar’s Auto Standby mode will be enabled. The sound bar will enter stand by mode when idle for 20 minutes
  • When the red LED flashes twice, the sound bar’s Auto Standby mode will be disabled.

Improvements: 

• Accelerated volume adjustment – More efficient mapping between the TV volume indicator and the audio output of the sound bar, allowing you to increase or decrease sound at a faster rate. 

Alto 8i|TS8111

Requirements:

• TCL Sound Bar
• Computer connected to the Internet
• A USB storage device formatted in FAT/FAT32 with at least 100MB of free space.
  • Remove all files and folder from the USB storage device (it should be empty).

Update Procedure:

1. Click here to download the latest software update file for your TCL Sound Bar.  It is VERY important to use the correct file for your specific model. 
2. Move or copy the upgrade TS8111.zip file inside the root directory of the USB flash drive.
3. Disconnect all cables from the your TCL Sound Bar, excluding the power cord.
4. Power On your TCL Sound Bar.  Using the sound bar button or the TCL Sound Bar remote, select any source input.
5. Insert the USB storage device, the TCL Sound Bar will automatically detect the file and enter the upgrade mode.
   • The LED display will show UPG during the software update process. 
   • IMPORTANT:  During the update process, DO NOT remove the USB storage device, unplug the power cord or turn off the Sound Bar.
6. Once the software update if completed, the TCL Sound Bar will automatically enter the standby mode - as shown in the image below. 
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7. Remove the USB storage device from the Sound Bar before you power it on.

Alto 9+|TS9030

The sound bar is designed to perform an OTA (Over-the-Air) software update.  In order for the OTA to work, the Alto 9+ needs to be connected to your Wi-Fi network.  When a new software is available, you will see a notification on the sound bar LED will display <NEW S/W OK/NOT>.  Press the Play/Pause/OK button from the sound bar remote to download and install the new software.